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David Roche Dishes on Speed Training, Embracing New Frontiers, Fatigue Resistance, and Going All-in

Author
Relay
Published
Tue 27 Aug 2024
Episode Link
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/relaypod/episodes/David-Roche-Dishes-on-Speed-Training--Embracing-New-Frontiers--Fatigue-Resistance--and-Going-All-in-e2nmd0l

Today Peter Bromka and Matt Chittim are joined by new course record holder of the Leadville 100 and one of the best running coaches in the world - David Roche!


Since David is crushing the podcast circuit right now, we tried to go in-depth into topics that he hasn't been spending as much time on in some of his recent interviews.


Here is what we cover in this episode:





  • 2:56 - The Leadville 100 and David's Journey

  • 8:05 - Taking a Step Back from Racing and Embracing Training

  • 14:58 - Incorporating Different Training Modalities and Supplements

  • 19:50 - Balancing Simplicity and Geekiness in Coaching

  • 27:03 - Going All-In and Finding Inspiration in the 'Pain Cave'

  • 31:37 - The Power of Support and Belief

  • 37:07 - The Unique Dynamic of Coaching in Trail Running

  • 42:25 - The Importance of Communication and Daily Check-Ins

  • 47:13 - Fatigue Resistance and Optimizing Fueling

  • 59:51 - Finding Your Why in Running




Make sure to listen to David's "Some Work, All Play" podcast that he co-hosts with his wife and coaching partner Dr. Megan Roche.



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